Description
About the Course
This SWANA certificate course is customized for BC and is developed by Dr. Ali R. Abedini, P.Eng. (SHA/ MethaneXE), SWANA Pacific – BC & Yukon staff, and the Vancouver Landfill Gas Operators. It will cover both design and operational principles applied in BC, and the must have fundamental knowledge for those working at landfills with or without LFG management systems in place. This course is also suited to those who may need more than just the basics for designing/ managing LFG systems and need to get more familiar with applicable regulations and compliances (provincial and the new federal LFG Regulations). The morning modules will detail the why and how to for LFG collection (modeling, design and operational considerations), LFG health & safety, the different systems being used for managing methane generated as MSW Landfills. These sessions will be led by Dr. Ali Abedini, P.Eng., Director of Methane Expert Engineering (MethaneXE) and Global Technical Advisor of the World Bank. A special guest from the ECCC may join the morning session to provide first-hand insights about the new federal Landfill Methane Regulations (LMR).
The afternoon modules will include hands on operational aspects including monitoring for process optimization and for regulatory compliance. The Vancouver Landfill Gas certified staff will provide an outline of the collection and monitoring system along with an on-site field inspection of the works and the monitoring regime. Operators with an interest in well head monitoring, system balancing, monitoring equipment considerations, flares and gas field safety will benefit from this on-site learning opportunity.
Participants who complete the training course and successfully complete a short Landfill Gas Operations and Management quiz will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by SWANA Pacific – BC & Yukon Chapter. The quiz is included in the cost of the training course registration. This reflects SWANA Pacific’s continued commitment to supporting professional development and recognizing industry knowledge and participation.
Agenda
- 07:30 AM – 07:45 AM – Registration and welcome
- 07:45 AM – 12:30 PM – LFG Operations & Management Theory (morning session) – Training course will cover: Landfill gas basics, Health & Safety, BC regulatory and technical requirements, LFG generation modeling, LFG control systems including extraction, flaring & utilization systems design, operation and maintenance.
- 12:30 PM – Lunch (will be provided for those in-person)
- 01:00 PM – 03:00 PM – Introduction to the Vancouver Landfill Gas Collection System (afternoon session) including field activities and flare stations. Troubleshooting, common landfill gas situations including settlement, wear and tear on equipment and infrastructure. Review and questions are welcome.
What is the refund policy?
A full refund minus a $75 administration fee will be issued prior to 30 days (March 9, 2026) before the Principles of Landfill Gas Management (LFG) training course. Full charge applicable thereafter. Although refunds will not be issued within 30 days of the training which the participant is registered for, substitutions ARE allowed. Please call or email request to training@swanabc.org.
What does the training course include?
The training course includes the Landfill Gas Operations & Management online knowledge quiz, which participants may complete at their convenience. For those attending in person, continental breakfast and lunch will be provided.
What about a tour? Do I need to bring any special equipment?
This course will include a hands-on tour of the local landfill gas operations site. PPE requirements will follow.
Faculty
Dr. Ali Abedini, Ph.D, P.Eng.
Dr. Ali Abedini is the President and Chief Engineer at Methane Expert Engineering Ltd. With over two decades of experience, he is a distinguished expert in Landfill Gas engineering and solid waste management. Renowned in his field, Dr. Abedini also contributes as a faculty member at SWANA BC and is an active technical member of the International Waste Working Group (IWWG) in the Methane Abatement Technical Working Group. He also serves as a technical advisor to Environment Canada and Climate Change (ECCC) and works with the World Bank Group as a technical consultant, supporting solid waste management projects in over 20 developing countries.
Dr. Abedini’s specialized knowledge in Landfill Gas engineering has led to significant innovations, including the development of the UBC Integrated Landfill Gas Generation Model (UBCiModel©) and the pioneering Surface Scan Fugitive Emission Quantification Technique (SSEQT), patented in both Canada and the USA. These contributions have established him as a leader in his field, dedicated to advancing sustainable practices in landfill gas management and solid waste management.
Contact
If you require additional information please contact training@swanabc.org.
